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MD4304: Critical Approaches to Popular Music 1

Module Title Critical Approaches to Popular Music 1
Module Code MD4304
Module Tutor Joe Wilson
School Media
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 4
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description

This module is concerned with the historical, social and ideological contexts within which popular music forms have emerged in the twentieth century.
Indicative Syllabus The module allows for students to explore particular musical genres in depth. It highlights the key historical, economic and cultural contexts within which genres such as rock, soul, 'dance' and hip-hop have developed, and traces key discourses surrounding those forms including the concepts of musical roots and authenticity. Academic writing and referencing skills will be covered in the module.
Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an appreciation of the social, economic, historical, and cultural contexts of the developments of popular music
  2. Demonstrate a secure knowledge of how academics have 'authored' a history of 20th century popular music by focusing attention on particular sounds and musical scenes
  3. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of some of the major generic contributions to popular music in the twentieth century
  4. Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form
  5. Demonstrate an emerging ability to apply theory to popular music
Learning and Teaching Activities Scheduled Contact Hours: 36
Independent Learning Hours: 114
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 100% Coursework: Individual, portfolio: Portfolio 2000 words.
Special Assessment Requirements
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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